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The Pittsburgh Housing Status Ordinance adds “housing status” as a protected class in Pittsburgh, expanding anti-discrimination rules for landlords. Property owners must adjust tenant screening, advertising, and rental policies to avoid denying applicants based on housing assistance or housing history. Understanding these requirements helps landlords remain compliant and reduce legal risk.

The federal case Pellegrino Food Products, Inc. v. Wise Choice Foods, LLC involved a breach-of-contract dispute between a Pennsylvania food manufacturer and a New Mexico distributor. The U.S. District Court for the Western District of Pennsylvania dismissed the case after determining that it lacked subject-matter jurisdiction, ending the litigation before the court could evaluate the underlying contract claims.

Very Law celebrates its 10th anniversary, reflecting on a decade of legal advocacy, growth, and client trust in Pittsburgh and across Pennsylvania. Since its founding, the firm has expanded its services while maintaining a focus on careful legal analysis, strong client communication, and dedicated representation in litigation and advisory matters.

Act 11 of 2025 Pennsylvania updates how courts evaluate child custody cases by reducing the number of legal factors from 16 to 12 while emphasizing child safety. Signed by Josh Shapiro, the law streamlines custody evaluations and clarifies how courts consider cooperation, abuse concerns, and parental responsibilities when determining a child’s best interests.

The Supreme Court of Pennsylvania ruled that parents cannot waive a minor’s right to sue for personal injury through liability waivers or arbitration agreements. The decisions in Santiago v. Philly Trampoline Park, LLC and Shultz v. Sky Zone, LLC require businesses serving minors to rethink participation agreements, risk management, and insurance practices.

The Allegheny County Bar Leadership Initiative partnered with Hello Neighbor to create multilingual legal resources for Pittsburgh’s immigrant and refugee communities. This collaboration showcases leadership through service, empowering young attorneys to combine legal advocacy with cultural understanding. Very Law celebrates these efforts as models of community engagement and inclusive professional development.